"Argentinian Silver Coin: Rio De La Plata. "
This 8 Reales coin dates from the independence period of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata (present-day Argentina), probably minted around 1813-1815. It features the famous Sun of May (Sol de Mayo) design, Argentina's national symbol representing the Inca sun god, Inti, and commemorating the May Revolution that led to independence from Spain. These coins are particularly sought after by numismatic collectors specializing in Latin American colonial and independence coins. They represent a pivotal period in Argentine history and are valued both for their historical significance and their relative rarity, especially in good condition. Collectors and historians appreciate these coins as tangible testimonies to the birth of South American nations. Potosi, Bolivia (then part of the United Provinces of the Río de la Plata) Shipping possible by registered parcel with insurance.